user
Mescal Trailhead
Mescal Trail, Sedona, AZ 86336, United States
Appearance

Comments
Jo
Review №1

Great trail to hike on this time of year.

Th
Review №2

Awesome hike, many entry points so make sure you know your route back!

Ni
Review №3

Phenomenal views! This was my favorite trail while in Sedona. Many photo opportunities but also just stop and enjoy the views along the way. This is s fairly easy hike for any and all ages and from the tread marks on the trail that we could see also a good biking trail. We were also told a local favorite.

va
Review №4

Eazy breezy and scenic hike to devils bridge from mescal parking. Not too strenuous.

Za
Review №5

Visit this place and thank me after. Trail isnt hard, some steep spots. Beautiful views as far as the eye can see.

Ly
Review №6

This was an amazing hike! The last bit before the bridge is a rock staircase that was crazy steep... but the views were totally worth it!!

Ni
Review №7

Very scenic trail to get to Devil’s Bridge Trailhead if you don’t have a 4x4. Was not very strenuous, and there was a lot of vegetation and canyons to see around. Absolutely beautiful. There’s a small stream you have to cross, so waterproof shoes will be a good idea depending on the time of the year.

Jo
Review №8

Not enough parking. Great trail.

Sh
Review №9

Nice hike on the way to Devils Bridge

Da
Review №10

Got there before 9:30 on a Tuesday, still got a parking spot in the lot. Hike took us 2 hours on the way, that’s including many stops for photos. On the way back, it took us 1 hr 20 mins. If we didn’t stop for photos, it would’ve been 2 hours round trip. The trail was partially shaded on and off the trail. Some times we felt hot even with 44 degrees F. (Definitely cold in the shaded parts) The last leg, there were about three uphill climbs, last two sections were steep, but take your time and be careful. Trails were well marked for the Devil’s Bridge.

Ju
Review №11

I took this trail to get to Devils Bridge and I was not disappointed by the scenery here! The trail was really nice and it provided nice shaded area from the trees! I parked at the Mescal Trailhead and then took the trail to the Chuckwagon trail and then onto the Devils Bridge trail. It was a lot of fun!

Ga
Review №12

We parked here for the devil bridge trail, it was well marked

Ja
Review №13

Short and easy but excellent trail to look this majestic nature of Sedona red rock.

Do
Review №14

Great alternative TH for Devils Bridge. Great for bikers as well. Bring water.please enjoy the pictures and a traul map, just in case. There are some step parts, you will have to scramble a bit, yet I saw a fit 70+, travel to the top.Check the pictures for the reward at the end.Pack in some water and a snackDevils bridge isnt so scary once you are on it, only lost 2 hickers the day I was there ;)

St
Review №15

Hiked in to devils bridge. Trail is pretty nice but the crowd at the bridge is a bit ridiculous

M
Review №16

I loved this trail! It branches off and you can get on the chuckwagon Trail or you can go to the Devil‘s Bridge Trail. It is such a lovely hike. It’s pretty easy until you get to the end near Devils Bridge. Many reviewer said that it was not hard and that it was to be considered easy however I only have one working hand and one working leg and so you should know I did it with helpers but unless you are in top physical condition you need your hands to climb at the end of it. Thankfully some people helped me! Regina and Pablo if you see this THANKS FOR YOUR PATIENCE!I could see other people who didn’t know what to expect turning around. Basically at the end it is a very vertical staircase that was nature made so they are very big stairs and rigid and on the edge of a cliff so they are scary. You have to go up about two or three separate tiers of them before you get to Devils Bridge. Each tier has an amazing look out! I recommend this trail highly ! Extremely busy even though I left at sunrise. However the parking for this trail is way better than the other trail heads to get to Devils Bridge. No dirt road, plenty of parking. Probably 25 spots.

Kh
Review №17

Great trail. Very easy to hike. Took us about 3.5 hrs to hike while making plenty of stops to take pictures

Jo
Review №18

Cool trail we didnt do the entire thing. Lots of people. Photos from a drone.

Ja
Review №19

Awesome trail really easy with kids and dogs

Da
Review №20

A moderate walk/hike, that offers great views of various red rocks. With weather very dramatic.

Ta
Review №21

Cold and snowy today, but beautiful.

jo
Review №22

Every turn you make you get blasted in the face with sheer beauty.

Ka
Review №23

Great parking spot to get to Devils Bridge. It was about 4.4 miles round trip and a great little hike. We did a ton of research before settling on this trailhead for the hike. NOTE: A lot of people say this is an easy hike, but I would say its more moderate. Near the end there were many vertical climbs. I saw many elderly people making the climb just fine, but I would not recommend if you arent ready for some physical exertion.

De
Review №24

First time hiking this trail and it was beautiful!

Ka
Review №25

Well marked and a very enjoyable trail. This is a great alternative route to get to Devils Bridge when you dont have a vehicle that can make it to the Devils Bridge trailhead.

Ch
Review №26

Recommend parking at the Mescal Trail parking lot to home over to the Devils Bridge Trail Head. Very nice hike.

El
Review №27

Longer path to take to the devils bridge, pretty flat but goes through a stream which was dry when I hiked it. Good trail for hikers of all ages and skill levels.

Ga
Review №28

Great spot to start for to hike to Devils Bridge

da
Review №29

Loved the hike.1st time, now Im hooked

ry
Review №30

We went on a 45 min walk and it was so beautiful. We also saw a bunch of wild animals. 10/10 would go again.

L
Review №31

A much longer starting point to get to Devils bridge however its not technical at all! And it beats walking the dirt road with all the noise n stirring up of dust from the jeeps and 4x4s.

As
Review №32

Interesting trail that leads you to Devil Bridge trail. Its very well marked and as long as you follow the trail, youll be fine. Saw a fox and a few wild boars. Mostly soft sand.

Gr
Review №33

Its a nice trail and a good addition if hiking up Long Canyon. It is primarily a mountain bike trail, but is good for hiking too.

Ch
Review №34

We took this trail to devils bridge. Shortwr than dry creek walk and more nature. 4mi in and out. Limited parking, get there early

Jo
Review №35

It could use a toilet -- but great place to start a hike none the less.

Lu
Review №36

One of the best trails ive ever seen. The first section climbs the side of the red Rock and its amazing.

Vi
Review №37

Incredible trail. The views at the arch are amazing.

Wa
Review №38

One of the best rides / hikes in Sedona a must do.

Wy
Review №39

Some of the best moderate hiking and running in the Verde-Sedona area. Flat and rolling trails. Small creeks and nice loops with fewer people than other Sedona trails.

Ha
Review №40

If you enjoy hiking this is definitely the place to go. The view is amazing and an experience you wont forget.

Mo
Review №41

Great trails but not enough trail signage.

Er
Review №42

Biking wonderland.

Al
Review №43

Definitely put this on your list of things to do in Sedona. Go see Devils Bridge, it’s an easy 2 mile hike to go see a beautiful view!

Pa
Review №44

Super neat trails!

Ja
Review №45

Fantastic hike to the Devils Bridge via Chuck Wagon Trail

Je
Review №46

Great 5 mile loops with red rock views up close

ti
Review №47

Beautiful glad I went highly recommend

Ky
Review №48

Nice trailhead. This is a great alternative starting point for Devils Bridge as its easier to park here. Do note that there are no facilities in the area. Also make sure to note the path you take as the return to the trailhead can be a bit confusing from Devils Bridge.

Ju
Review №49

Just breathtaking!

Ta
Review №50

Beautiful vistas, well marked trails.

Ti
Review №51

Great place to access trails to the Devils Bridge.

Do
Review №52

A far superior way to enter the Dry creek trails for MTB than the main parking lot located off Dry Creek road. As well mapped and any other trailhead in Sedona, you will likely appreciate a marked lack of hiking traffic to enter the trails.

Qu
Review №53

Great views. The hiking was very scenic. An easy hike along the flatlands, but it does get a little more challenging going up the mountain toward Devils Bridge. I highly recommend two hiking poles/sticks. They made my life easier coming back down.

Ge
Review №54

Beautiful trail. Walked loop, made up from Mescal, Deadman Pass, Long Canyon; just under 5 miles. Mescal the most stunning section.

Do
Review №55

If you are going to Devils Bridge from this spot, prepare for a bit of a hike. Took us nearly 90 minutes to get there from the parking area. We recommend taking a 4x vehicle and parking at the base of the Devils Bridge trailhead. Beautiful hike, but felt it could have been cut in half had you parked at the base. Very few signs as well. We were taken off the trail and didnt know until 15 minutes into the wrong direction, which costs us almost 30 minutes.

Bo
Review №56

Love this network of trails!!

An
Review №57

This is the best spot to start the Devils Bridge hike. Most people park on the side of the road and take the fire break shortcut but its well worth starting from this route its a nice flat warm up, cool scenery and much more fulfilling.

Al
Review №58

Amazing trail, views.

Je
Review №59

Beautiful

Ja
Review №60

Great views and slickrock.

Je
Review №61

Great trail! Its short and easy with lots to see! You will climb up gradually but not as gradual as Turkey Creek Trail. It is worth the bikes and solitude!

Dr
Review №62

Great, challenging singletrack. This isnt Florida! Steep drop offs in some sections.

Ma
Review №63

Great hike and the easier way to get to devils bridge without a jeep to take you right to that trailhead.

Ch
Review №64

Good loop, easy to get off the trail as it isnt heavily traveled.

Vi
Review №65

Perfect place to park if youre looking to go to Devils Bridge. Its a quick 20-30 min flat hike to get to Devils Bridge Trailhead and you avoid all the touristy traffic of the other nearby trailheads

Li
Review №66

Nice view.

ka
Review №67

We started on this trail and took it to Devils Bridge. This is a fairly easy hike with gorgeous views.

Sp
Review №68

So beautiful

Mi
Review №69

Great hike or mountain bike starting point for either the mescal trail or chuck wagon trail. The mescal trail goes along the inside of a large bowl with great views towards doe and cockscomb mountains. Posted difficult for mountain biking at this point, but you can still walk it if you want.

Do
Review №70

It was a great hike and a great view

Ma
Review №71

Great parking spot to go to Devils Bridge and Mescal trail. Limited though and no restrooms at the trailhead. The parking is in dirt on the side of the road. Low cars may bump the underside.

No
Review №72

Hiking or biking this is a great trail. MTB twice on this and it was challenging and super fun! Take this to Dead Man Pass, stay right and you loop right back to the Mescal Trailhead. Great loop!

Ma
Review №73

Great hike

Ly
Review №74

This is a wonderful and quiet easy-moderate trail! It has some gorgeous views! Great for trail running.

Na
Review №75

Amazing view!

Ve
Review №76

Love the beauty in nature surrounding you here.

Ca
Review №77

Much easier parking than dry creek. Better walk to devils bridge trailhead.

Jo
Review №78

AWESOME. This is an off the beaten path trail head.

Ja
Review №79

Great trailhead to get you into some great trails. Not a lot of room for parking so get there early.

F
Review №80

Lots of parking in one of the most beautiful places in the world.

cb
Review №81

Easy trailhead to park at to get to Devils Bridge. It does fill up so go there early

Cl
Review №82

Great biking and scenery. Cant wait to go vack

Wa
Review №83

Beautiful place to ride or hike!

St
Review №84

Nice trail, great views.

Ch
Review №85

Great trailhead to access Devils Bridge. Like most trails in the area, watch out for mountain bikes if you are a hiker. Trailhead parking can be tough by midday.

Il
Review №86

Nice easy trail go to devil bridge if you dont have a 4x4 car

Jo
Review №87

Great place to start for devils bridge hike. 5 miles round trip.

Bu
Review №88

Cool trails, cool people. Mountain biking looks cool!

Tr
Review №89

Perfect spot to park for mescal or Chuck wagon trails. Take the wagon trail and join with the main trail up to devils bridge for an exceptionally enjoyable walk.

Ma
Review №90

Great trail to hike, sorry no pictures!

Bl
Review №91

Great trailhead and way to access harder to reach trails

Fr
Review №92

Beautiful vistas, go from the Brin Mesa trail until it intersects Soldiers pass, then take Soldiers pass until it joins the Jordan trail for a return to the parking lot.

Of
Review №93

Id recommend the beautiful scenery of the Chuck Wagon Trail specifically.

St
Review №94

The trailhead parking is difficult for sedans and smaller cars as the clearance between the road and the parking is high. Be careful.

Tr
Review №95

Nice 6 km loop with some cool views.

Ka
Review №96

Awesome!

be
Review №97

Very beautiful and easy trail.

Ma
Review №98

Such a nive hicking and mountain bike trail. Nice views !

Vi
Review №99

A great hike.

Jo
Review №100

Good

Information
100 Photos
100 Comments
4.8 Rating
  • Address:Mescal Trail, Sedona, AZ 86336, United States
  • Site:http://fs.usda.gov/recarea/coconino/recarea/?recid=71954&actid=50
  • Phone:+1 928-527-3600
Categories
  • Tourist attraction
  • Hiking area
Working hours
  • Monday:Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday:Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday:Open 24 hours
  • Thursday:Open 24 hours
  • Friday:Open 24 hours
  • Saturday:Open 24 hours
  • Sunday:Open 24 hours
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:No
Amenities
  • Good for kids:Yes
Similar organizations